Which cardiac arrhythmia is the nurse most likely to assess in a patient with an embolic stroke?
A) Sinus tachycardia
B) Atrial fibrillation
C) First degree heart block
D) Ventricular tachycardia

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Atrial fibrillation is a common cause of embolic strokes due to the formation of blood clots in the atria, which can travel to the brain and cause a stroke.

Which Cardiac Arrhythmia Is the Nurse Most Likely to Assess